Hey as a 9 year veteran on Roblox and a scripter on the platform, I would say learn the basics to programming like functions, variables, arrays, dictionaries, and basic math. These components will allow you to read any documentation on Roblox developer forum explaining all of the APIs like data saving and you will be able to understand the code as well as build onto it.
A few years back when I wanted to learn Roblox scripting I ended up buying a copy of this book and it was fantastic. Thanks for recommending this book to a larger audience, it deserves more recognition!
I bought the book, and even though I'm already an "advanced" scripter, I wanted to see it as it could inspire my friends. It's brilliant, even after 5 years of scripting, this book can still solidify my expertise and reinforce some other things. Appreciate it
animation: become a film buff / cinephile scripting: practicing and morphine / studying building: get a degree in architecture modelling: be good at blender VFX artists: watch studio ufotable animes SFX artists: be a parrot GFX: photoshop
vfx for me was just ore-creation for this game called "REx:R". Every ore in the game is basically made of particles & it really helped me get off the ground with vfx because there's curators and a community that can help
Hey currently on Chapter 4 Functions of the book. Even tho am not a book guy the guide teached me more than any other video i've ever watched on scripting. Thanks for recommanding that book !
This is a such a well edited video for such a small channel, keep up the passion king, you'll make it one day, i believe in you bro, and im proud of you
Thanks for telling about this book! I tried scripting a little bit, but I felt like I couldn't understand it good enough. I wish your content to get more recognition!
@@oscaar9003 It's going pretty good, I've done some progress. I'd say I can make a little project, but I still need to learn about more complicated stuff.
I taught myself using the roblox docs website, I didn’t need video tutorials or a book. I learned how to code pretty well in about 3 months with this too.
you already know it's going to be a fire video when Ludius says "Lemme tell you a quick story" (In all seriousness I am so glad to have a found someone on hear who explains everything as quickly and efficiently as you do, I really hope the Algorithm starts pushing out more of your vids soon)
Jajajajaja, "lemme tell you a quick story" gonna be iconic at some point. Also we're growing more and more every single week. We gonna make it, and your comment really helps with that so thanks a lot for the comment!
Learned Lua in 3 months + scripting, 3d Modeling. Made around 148k Robux by doing Freelance and got heavily into Programming and learning other languages. Definitely worth the try.
I learned scripting from just making different games over and over again and its more fun but it takes more time than learning from tutorials or books.
Interesting way of learning, if you did that without having a scripting base I'd be actually surprised. Anyways, keep leveling up and best of luck in your journey! Also thanks for the comment :]
Honestly, that is kind of what I did. I would make games and then if I ran into an issue I would look out how other people tackled the problem and use their scripting methods into a blend of mine.
of course! keep going and improving, It's great so far, but we can always improve! :D I appreciated the "professional" tip of buying that book, that's pretty relevant information!@@iamLudius
what I did after watching the first couple tutorials is just figuring out which methods/things I need, to make what I intend to do and if you just experiment from there u WILL learn fast. To learn you just gotta do it. (And instead of copying word for word from other scripts just go through the script and really make sure you understand what it does and what methods they use.. from on there you can make the script without copying word for word)
Im an animator trying to learn how to script (I can script simple stuff like a sprint and custom diaglouge text box but thats the most) So this was actually VERY helpful, thanks a lot!!
Hey Ludius, I noticed theres a new version of the book by the same person that's more up to date. Would you recommend that one over the one showed in the video?
I remember when I went to a B&N I saw this book and I got it. I hadn't touched in a while, but this video reminded me that it was literally on my desk. Maybe I should try scripting?
I mean if you’re already advanced in another developer skill then focus on the one you’re already experienced in. Otherwise, if you feel like scripting is more appealing to you then go with scripting. In either case it really won’t hurt trying it out and experimenting. Also, thanks for the comment I really appreciate it :]
i learned luau entirely from making edits of server-sided scripts such as Blind Reaper and figuring out what things do, how things work, and how to make it do what i want it to do, and eventually it got me to where i am now
I use the dev form, Roblox docs, and other people scripts and just reading them. I also create small projects to learn and practice my scripting skills, it seems to help a lot. Somehow all of this led to me getting 5 million visits. Small developer still.
also, a very good way to assist you in learning how to script is by looking at other people's code and trying to understand and figure out what it is doing
i remember seeing this book and i was considering to buy it but skimmed through it and decided not to. i really recommend this book, but if you want to take the longer easier path, learn off from free models and the devforum like i have done for 5 years
I'm a roblox scripter, builder, GFX artist and more and have been doing this for 6 years. Luckily, I only taught myself by watching youtube tutorials on very simple things like 'how to detect when a UI button has been clicked'. I started to understand the assignment after a while and knew some of the basics in roblox scripting. I kept teaching myself more things (sort of accidentally) and now I'm still progressing through my scripting journey. Things like the roblox devhub also really helped with my journey. I would definitely say to non-scripters that they need to learn the basics first like variables, functions etc.
Ive wanted to get into coding for about a year now but never really understood it ill be watching your content because of this video and you inspired me thank you ill be ordering that book as soon as i can (:
a great playlist that helped me start to code was by CovertCode. For some reason he was the only one that had me understanding. A big part in learning is also experience. Try to do things in roblox studio without copying a playlist, make a challenge for yourself.
As a small roblox dev making a game called "Untitled Crossroads Games" after I made the game I found out that I had a scripting type of power, for all those roblox noobs out there, practice always makes perfect, so please practice, most small devs get lazy at practicing.
the problem about making games is not only scripting is enough sadly I only mastered scripting thus I cant make a good game wish I could learn animating so I can actually make a game
@solidracer7947 Animating is so much easier than scripting. I picked it up really fast and I still can't script anything. Just apply all your joints for your character with the Rig Editor and move the joints around. Just get a feel for it for awhile then actually make a simple wave or punch.
Just bought the book! I've been a builder for 4 years now and I want to finally start making my own games without paying other people to script for me :D
I've gone through a quarter of the book so far, and it's definitely a slow process for me. I have a hard time with memorization, and scripting is a lot of memorization on top of trial and error
@@KAAMAAL194i personally think its great ism used to reading i read everyday so i guess i prefer it to yt tutorials i understand why it wouldnt be ideal for some people though
I think so BC everyone is using it and I don't think Roblox code as updated just the functions and a couple stuff being implemented to be easier and smoother
I purchased an updated edition of the Heath Haskins book hoping that i would gain some insight on how I could understand scripting more (because I've been struggling to understand the FUNDAMENTALS of scripting for over 2 years as of now) but the book doesn't even do that for me unfortunately.
this book taught me how to script in lua, I was a builder (a pretty sucky one at that) until i got this book. 0 real tutorials before the book, and now I can actually script. Still don't really udnerstand the x in pairs thing, but it's a great book
I learnt the basics of lua through stormworks monitors, as I wanted to use them for my creations. you have to do so much compacting bc the 4024 character limit
Also, there is an updated version of the book you all may prefer to get. This version was published in 18/2019. The updated one was published in 2022. However, if the date isn't an issue for, you can also get the official "Coding with Roblox Lua" book. It's practical an easy to understand. It also gives examples and exercises to complete. There's also the official "Roblox Game Development" book Which you are meant to read after "Coding with Roblox Lua".
Wonderful book! I found out about the book through this video and since I bought it, I have more programming knowledge about Lua than ever before. Definitely would recommend this.
2 answers (jajaj): 1. Yes, TheDevKing tutorials are still incredibly good in 2023 2. Yes, it's probably better for you to get the newest version of the book (Also thanks for the comment :] )
@@iamLudius One more thing: Whats the difference between the language's luau and lua? I was kind of scared when I heard about luau because I was mainly focusing on learning lua.
Yeah, I haven't read the updated version yet, but, you can start by reading the one you have, it's still crazy good and it's not super outdated to the point it's useless, it's actually still pretty useful. Thanks for the comment :]
DO NOT BUY THIS VERSION OF THE BOOK! From the same author you can find his updated version of the book and if you're a kindle user you can even get it for free! Buying the old version will teach you incorrect practices and give you errors.
I don't doubt that the book is worth it, however on top of the $300 of other books i have to buy for this semester of college I can't buy it yet. Btw I really enjoy your videos the way you present the information is better than any other scripting tutorials I've found. Also TheDevKing's tutorials are now five years old and kind of outdated. Im going through BrawlDev's tutorials now which seems to be a good recent replacement.
yoo i actually have that book, the second i saw it on this video i ran to go get it ive been coding for a few years and i felt like i didnt make much progress, but when i got that book it felt really simple and i started to understand how to do a lot thedevking is also a very good scripting channel
Also another thing you need to learn scripting is roblox’s official documentation. They have all the info you need also sometimes the dev king’s tutorials are outdated so I recommended getting the book and reading the docs.
I dont know if its valid but im a 2 week dev and already scripted flashligh, viewmodels(2), a gun , an axe, and really simple Ai, and a door. First of all dont use vids that tell you exactly what to do, use the forums and dont steal the code but look at the concept. Also you gotta make sure you have set goals. Also try to be veeery comfortable with the roblox UI. And lastly try to learn as many services as possible and how to use events. I was a unity dev and maybe some skills like math have transfered but in a little time you can do it too!
hey. i've been scriping for 4 years already, and i know some basics stuff, like functoins, variables, can change properties of instances, use remoteEvents, etc. I've learned it mostly from free models and youtube tutorials. Should I still buy that book?
If you have the money to buy it I highly recommend you do. But it seems like you already have the basics down and what you need to do now is concentrate on making projects to get practical experience. Thanks for the comment :]
Hello. I'm new to this video and I just have a single question that isn't really related to scripting but do free models work as good models? Hopefully you or someone else will answer me.
My general problem with scripting is the fact that shortened commands or whatever you call it are hard to understand. I can only make a NPC walk to a part, dialogchoice, or actual dialog (using label text guis) and the rest confuse me as they just don't fit together to make a sentence. But i am slowly learning.
I just went to research the book after watching this video, but I realized that there was an updated version of the book by the same author. So, I wanted to ask, which one should I pick up?
im trying everything currently, tutorials, playlists, the roblox documents but yet after i managed to learn some things i do not know what to do or how to apply these skills. I dont have much money for the book is there like a sorta of free digital version of it?
imagine taking months to learn scripting. i simply learnt basics and now when i have problem (mostly advanced problems) i got in forums or docs and get my answer and then i learn or ask in the roblox studio community
Hey so I was looking into getting back into game development seriously with Roblox and I was taking a look at this book on Amazon, and I was wondering if there are any outdated scripts or significant errors in the book?
@@nerdy8644 Bro, he only started making actual tutorials a month ago, i aint checking every ytber there is. Like if you just time travel two months back and look at his channel, he only has some videos on how to create certain mechanics. So what IS about alvinblox??
Hello Ludius! Your video was great and I have a question. So I just scrolled through the comments and they said you can learn scripting from roblox devforum and docs so I want to know which one would be better for me the tutorials on youtube of thedevking or some other youtuber or the roblox devforum? Also I cannot get the book because its not available anywhere near me. I hope you answer my question.
im not him but i say that you should use devforum/docs for more broad questions that can apply to alot of things. like how to optimize and if unions or parts are better. but when it comes to harder things like an entire system (for example a custom admin script) use youtube tutorials.
Well, it should take you 3-4 months to finish and master the basics provided on the book or playlist. Don't watch the playlists, just get the book. Also thanks for the comment :]
I'm legit doing coding for a course, and I just wanna know how to script for fun. Haven't bought the book, idk if its any good, but ill check it out, good to see some people trying to make a difference ^^
Also, just as a little thing, The yter BrawlDev is making a new series of scripting tutorials, im trying his tutorials, and he also explains the scripts he makes if you don't understand stuff.
Hey man, im trying to work on a game but I’m pretty bad at scripting and building, even though that this video helped me a lot. I could still use some help! Could you help me?
i read the lua docs and then i could code tho i do not reccommended. I personally feel like lua is one of the easiest languages i've ever learned. if ur silly, learning luau/roblox sandbox stuff can be learned by copying code from the devforum and then evolving on it repeativley
Well, if you have previous experience in coding then any route is much faster since technically the hardest thing will be learning the sintaxis of the new language. Anyways, thanks for your interesting comment :]
Hey as a 9 year veteran on Roblox and a scripter on the platform, I would say learn the basics to programming like functions, variables, arrays, dictionaries, and basic math. These components will allow you to read any documentation on Roblox developer forum explaining all of the APIs like data saving and you will be able to understand the code as well as build onto it.
This is definitely true, being able to get info from the Dev Forum is really a life saver.
Also thanks for taking the time to comment :]
Thanks for letting me know dude
I though bro was 9 years old 😂
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A few years back when I wanted to learn Roblox scripting I ended up buying a copy of this book and it was fantastic. Thanks for recommending this book to a larger audience, it deserves more recognition!
It definitely deserves more recognition right? Also thanks for the comment :]
But how much dose it cost?
@@RubinNexhipi Depends where youre buying it, i found it for around 16 bucks on amazon.
Me too but I didn't get it buying it, I got it for christmas.
@@RubinNexhipi its like $4-$5 at walmart and im sure if you find a used one you can probably almost get it for free
I bought the book, and even though I'm already an "advanced" scripter, I wanted to see it as it could inspire my friends. It's brilliant, even after 5 years of scripting, this book can still solidify my expertise and reinforce some other things. Appreciate it
Yup, it’s pretty useful. Also thanks for the comment :]
@@iamLudius No problem. Also keep up the content, it's amazing!
can I please have your discord I need your help with scripting
Hey bro do you have discord and could you add me I'm trying to learn scripting
animation: become a film buff / cinephile
scripting: practicing and morphine / studying
building: get a degree in architecture
modelling: be good at blender
VFX artists: watch studio ufotable animes
SFX artists: be a parrot
GFX: photoshop
That what it really feels like tryna learn these skills right? jaja
Thanks for the comment :]
Ufotable is real, EA sfx are just🤤
vfx for me was just ore-creation for this game called "REx:R". Every ore in the game is basically made of particles & it really helped me get off the ground with vfx because there's curators and a community that can help
animation is so real ngl
i agree with building
The most underrated channel i have seen, im a 3d modeler looking to script and this vid UNLOCKED it
I’m so glad I was able to help you!
Also thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it :]
Yet another legendary video from the one and only Ludius! I'm waiting for the day the algorithm decides to recommend your videos to people.
Damn bro, I'm waiting for that day too. As always thanks for you comment, I really do appreciate it and it really does help me :]
it did.
it did thankfully
Hey currently on Chapter 4 Functions of the book. Even tho am not a book guy the guide teached me more than any other video i've ever watched on scripting. Thanks for recommanding that book !
did you get the updated one?
@@dojurin is the updated one or the one in the video better?
@@Norf_Films I got the updated one
@@Norf_Films Its the Updated one:)
@@dojurin Whats the name of the new updated book??
I'm really impressed with the quality of your videos! Thanks for the tips. Hope you grow your channel and keep it up! :)
Thanks for the positive words I really appreciate it. Also thanks for the comment :]
This is a such a well edited video for such a small channel, keep up the passion king, you'll make it one day, i believe in you bro, and im proud of you
Thanks for telling about this book! I tried scripting a little bit, but I felt like I couldn't understand it good enough.
I wish your content to get more recognition!
Aye best of luck on your scripting journey and thanks for the positive words. Also thanks for the comment :]
Yoo, should I get the updated version of the book?@@iamLudius
Have you been trying to learn still? If so how’s it going now
@@oscaar9003 It's going pretty good, I've done some progress. I'd say I can make a little project, but I still need to learn about more complicated stuff.
same with me
I taught myself using the roblox docs website, I didn’t need video tutorials or a book. I learned how to code pretty well in about 3 months with this too.
Well, that’s one way to do it :]
can you tell me more about what the doc website is and where i can find it?
@@hachi-mon8717 you got google you dont gotta wait weeks for youtube commenters to tell you ts 😭🙏
@@hachi-mon8717 it's roblox's documentation site, just google for it
@@hachi-mon8717 i think he means the roblox devforum
Ludius: wanna know how to script?
also ludios: Buy a book instead of me teaching you
he did his job
I used TheDevKings tutorials too and now I've been successfully scripting for around 3 years
What did you gain from scripting like do you have games if you have games what is your roblox ign can I look your games
@@Suspiciousman44 Why do you want him to tell you? You dont belive him cuz you are not successfull
@@guil123 I believe him lmao why youre so dramatic
as someone who is developing a game that is gonna be filled with lots of stuff, i need dis
Yo u earnt a new subscriber, im starting my scripting journey today thanks for the help!
Best of luck in your journey and thanks for the comment :]
hows it goin bro
how's the journey going
Your videos are underrated as man, I can tell you are going to get big one day and i'll be here waiting and watching. Keep going bro!
Thanks for the inspiring words bro, I'll keep putting in the work!
Also, thanks for the comment :]
you already know it's going to be a fire video when Ludius says "Lemme tell you a quick story"
(In all seriousness I am so glad to have a found someone on hear who explains everything as quickly and efficiently as you do, I really hope the Algorithm starts pushing out more of your vids soon)
Jajajajaja, "lemme tell you a quick story" gonna be iconic at some point. Also we're growing more and more every single week. We gonna make it, and your comment really helps with that so thanks a lot for the comment!
@@iamLudius fr, I found this in the algorithm, its actually what I needed, since I wanna get back into coding (tried a year ago, was trash)
Learned Lua in 3 months + scripting, 3d Modeling. Made around 148k Robux by doing Freelance and got heavily into Programming and learning other languages. Definitely worth the try.
hey, did you buy the book? beacause i want to but there are 2 editions and i dont know which one to get, and also how ddi you learn LUA?
@@batata.animation ight buy the newest one? The updated one its cheaper ngl.
I learned scripting from just making different games over and over again and its more fun but it takes more time than learning from tutorials or books.
Interesting way of learning, if you did that without having a scripting base I'd be actually surprised. Anyways, keep leveling up and best of luck in your journey!
Also thanks for the comment :]
Same, i made like 300 games
When I already had the scripting foundation every new game made me learn more for the next
Honestly, that is kind of what I did. I would make games and then if I ran into an issue I would look out how other people tackled the problem and use their scripting methods into a blend of mine.
Something I noticed was that the pace of the video kept changing. The information is great. Stay strong 💪
Yeah, unfortunately I didn't pace the speech correctly this time...
Also thanks for the comment :]
of course! keep going and improving, It's great so far, but we can always improve! :D I appreciated the "professional" tip of buying that book, that's pretty relevant information!@@iamLudius
You may or may not have just saved my life.
Woah, hope you’re doing well man and best of luck in life :]
what I did after watching the first couple tutorials is just figuring out which methods/things I need, to make what I intend to do and if you just experiment from there u WILL learn fast. To learn you just gotta do it. (And instead of copying word for word from other scripts just go through the script and really make sure you understand what it does and what methods they use.. from on there you can make the script without copying word for word)
I agree, after learning the basics just start seeking experience and start observing how others do their things. Thanks for the comment :]
great and smooth explanation keep up the good work!
I'm glad you liked the video. I'll will definitely keep up the good work :}
Also thanks for taking the time to comment, it really helps the channel!
means alot@@iamLudius
Im an animator trying to learn how to script (I can script simple stuff like a sprint and custom diaglouge text box but thats the most) So this was actually VERY helpful, thanks a lot!!
I recommend everyone to check out if their local library has the Heath Haskins book, was able to grab a copy of it today :)
I also did the watch and replicate for months on end and it gave me a very solid basis for further scripting
Yeah it's a very good way to learn I'm not gonna deny it.
Also thanks for the comment :]
Hey Ludius, I noticed theres a new version of the book by the same person that's more up to date. Would you recommend that one over the one showed in the video?
Yeah, the updated newer one should be better
Nice pfp, tuxe
you too@@redhandedninjastar
Ge the new version the old one is outdated.
I remember when I went to a B&N I saw this book and I got it. I hadn't touched in a while, but this video reminded me that it was literally on my desk. Maybe I should try scripting?
I mean if you’re already advanced in another developer skill then focus on the one you’re already experienced in. Otherwise, if you feel like scripting is more appealing to you then go with scripting. In either case it really won’t hurt trying it out and experimenting. Also, thanks for the comment I really appreciate it :]
I just bought the book! I ordered it and im so exited for it to come!!
i learned luau entirely from making edits of server-sided scripts such as Blind Reaper and figuring out what things do, how things work, and how to make it do what i want it to do, and eventually it got me to where i am now
Dang, that’s a very unique way to learn :]
So would it be better to get the Updated Version of the book or the version you mentioned in the video?
yea witch one????????????????
I use the dev form, Roblox docs, and other people scripts and just reading them. I also create small projects to learn and practice my scripting skills, it seems to help a lot. Somehow all of this led to me getting 5 million visits. Small developer still.
This is also a very good way to learn. Btw, thanks for the comment :]
I learned a lot from dev forum and roblox docs as well.
I love the dev king I followed dev king he is who I personally would recommend no matter the date unless it frost work its a good base
wow this acually helped me so much! (and supprisingly i already have this book for some reason lol)
Awesome, you gonna level up for real when you read that book.
Also thanks for the comment :]
I actually read this book like 2 years ago and it did help me a lot lol
It is very useful
also, a very good way to assist you in learning how to script is by looking at other people's code and trying to understand and figure out what it is doing
Yup, I 100% agree, but you gotta know how to do the basics first. Anyways, thanks for the comment :]
that was my plan
i remember seeing this book and i was considering to buy it but skimmed through it and decided not to. i really recommend this book, but if you want to take the longer easier path, learn off from free models and the devforum like i have done for 5 years
Nice comment, yeah I guess depending on the person watching a videos could be better initially. Thanks for the comment :]
I'm a roblox scripter, builder, GFX artist and more and have been doing this for 6 years. Luckily, I only taught myself by watching youtube tutorials on very simple things like 'how to detect when a UI button has been clicked'. I started to understand the assignment after a while and knew some of the basics in roblox scripting. I kept teaching myself more things (sort of accidentally) and now I'm still progressing through my scripting journey.
Things like the roblox devhub also really helped with my journey.
I would definitely say to non-scripters that they need to learn the basics first like variables, functions etc.
I'm glad you say that, I literally had the book sitting on my desk
Awesome, now time to read it! Also thanks for the comment :]
Ive wanted to get into coding for about a year now but never really understood it ill be watching your content because of this video and you inspired me thank you ill be ordering that book as soon as i can (:
a great playlist that helped me start to code was by CovertCode. For some reason he was the only one that had me understanding. A big part in learning is also experience. Try to do things in roblox studio without copying a playlist, make a challenge for yourself.
Oh, I'll take a look at the playlist later. Thanks for the comment :]
Thanks for the book recommendation, I will be getting it and I will try to grind it out the best I can!
As a small roblox dev making a game called "Untitled Crossroads Games" after I made the game I found out that I had a scripting type of power, for all those roblox noobs out there, practice always makes perfect, so please practice, most small devs get lazy at practicing.
Spoken like true developer :]
the problem about making games is not only scripting is enough sadly I only mastered scripting thus I cant make a good game wish I could learn animating so I can actually make a game
@solidracer7947 Animating is so much easier than scripting. I picked it up really fast and I still can't script anything. Just apply all your joints for your character with the Rig Editor and move the joints around. Just get a feel for it for awhile then actually make a simple wave or punch.
bought the book and watched plenty tutorials. learned how to do a lot in less than a week!
Just bought the book! I've been a builder for 4 years now and I want to finally start making my own games without paying other people to script for me :D
update?
I've gone through a quarter of the book so far, and it's definitely a slow process for me. I have a hard time with memorization, and scripting is a lot of memorization on top of trial and error
@@1f4irydust Eh the book isnt that good
@@KAAMAAL194i personally think its great ism used to reading i read everyday so i guess i prefer it to yt tutorials i understand why it wouldnt be ideal for some people though
I decided not to sleep on it and get the book, it seems really good! Thanks for the advice, I will see how this goes for the next few months!
hows the progress?
I’m guessing the version you showed in the video is better but just in case there is an updated version is that one worth getting over the older one ?
I think so BC everyone is using it and I don't think Roblox code as updated just the functions and a couple stuff being implemented to be easier and smoother
Hey i was thinking about either purchasing the older edition or newer edition of the book, does anyone happen to know if either is outdated or not?
I purchased an updated edition of the Heath Haskins book hoping that i would gain some insight on how I could understand scripting more (because I've been struggling to understand the FUNDAMENTALS of scripting for over 2 years as of now) but the book doesn't even do that for me unfortunately.
have you tried using the information in the book to script something?
@@goptgod7 I couldn't even do that since I couldn't understand the material from the book.
this book taught me how to script in lua, I was a builder (a pretty sucky one at that) until i got this book. 0 real tutorials before the book, and now I can actually script. Still don't really udnerstand the x in pairs thing, but it's a great book
I learnt the basics of lua through stormworks monitors, as I wanted to use them for my creations. you have to do so much compacting bc the 4024 character limit
Also, there is an updated version of the book you all may prefer to get. This version was published in 18/2019. The updated one was published in 2022.
However, if the date isn't an issue for, you can also get the official "Coding with Roblox Lua" book. It's practical an easy to understand. It also gives examples and exercises to complete. There's also the official "Roblox Game Development" book Which you are meant to read after "Coding with Roblox Lua".
do NOT buy the book, there is a pdf file that allows you to read the entire book without wasting any money
send me the link
@@whoami4356 got discord?
bro drop the link
I know. And Imma get it anyway 🗣 more comprehensive with a paper copy
Wonderful book! I found out about the book through this video and since I bought it, I have more programming knowledge about Lua than ever before. Definitely would recommend this.
Did you buy the old book (one mentioned in video) or the newer updated version I’m looking to buy as well
@@M1CH34L48 I bought the one mentioned in the video by Heath Haskins that was made in 2019.
Can this book teach me from scratch?
Bro thank you so much, last time I tried to learn the people would just say things that aren’t actually useful
Subscribed, thanks for the help!
2 questions:
1.The dev kings tutorials still good in 2023?
2.There's a newer version of the book should I buy that instead?
(Also great video)
2 answers (jajaj):
1. Yes, TheDevKing tutorials are still incredibly good in 2023
2. Yes, it's probably better for you to get the newest version of the book
(Also thanks for the comment :] )
@@iamLudius One more thing: Whats the difference between the language's luau and lua? I was kind of scared when I heard about luau because I was mainly focusing on learning lua.
i got this book like 2 years ago and I never got to reading it, I looked up that there is an updated version of this book
Yeah, I haven't read the updated version yet, but, you can start by reading the one you have, it's still crazy good and it's not super outdated to the point it's useless, it's actually still pretty useful. Thanks for the comment :]
@@iamLudius no problem
I saw there was an updated version of the book would that one be better?
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I loved this video because it was useful and helpful for me, So....I subscribed.
And thanks for everything..
I have Heaths book and it helped A LOT!!!(I got it soo long ago and now I finally started using it)!
as someone who just learnt what instances do and owns a copy of that book, i can confirm that im fully locked in. Thx for the advice bro.
how much is the book and shd i buy? i want to learn
idk i forgor long time ago
DO NOT BUY THIS VERSION OF THE BOOK!
From the same author you can find his updated version of the book and if you're a kindle user you can even get it for free! Buying the old version will teach you incorrect practices and give you errors.
Yup, you’re right, it’s best to buy the updated version of the book
I don't doubt that the book is worth it, however on top of the $300 of other books i have to buy for this semester of college I can't buy it yet.
Btw I really enjoy your videos the way you present the information is better than any other scripting tutorials I've found. Also TheDevKing's tutorials are now five years old and kind of outdated. Im going through BrawlDev's tutorials now which seems to be a good recent replacement.
yoo i actually have that book, the second i saw it on this video i ran to go get it
ive been coding for a few years and i felt like i didnt make much progress, but when i got that book it felt really simple and i started to understand how to do a lot
thedevking is also a very good scripting channel
Hmm, it seems quite a few people also had the book already, that's awesome! Make sure you read it entirely :]
I remember buying this book actually a few years ago. It is indeed good and I just want to clarify that I also recommend it.
My friend got that book for my birthday
Hey! Just as a question, I'm starting to make devlog videos, and i wanna know what editing software you use! Thanks!
I just use the free version of CapCut, thanks for the comment :]
Thanks! Your the best!@@iamLudius
Also another thing you need to learn scripting is roblox’s official documentation. They have all the info you need also sometimes the dev king’s tutorials are outdated so I recommended getting the book and reading the docs.
I dont know if its valid but im a 2 week dev and already scripted flashligh, viewmodels(2), a gun , an axe, and really simple Ai, and a door. First of all dont use vids that tell you exactly what to do, use the forums and dont steal the code but look at the concept. Also you gotta make sure you have set goals. Also try to be veeery comfortable with the roblox UI. And lastly try to learn as many services as possible and how to use events. I was a unity dev and maybe some skills like math have transfered but in a little time you can do it too!
Thanks a lot for your great guidelines it helped a lot
hey. i've been scriping for 4 years already, and i know some basics stuff, like functoins, variables, can change properties of instances, use remoteEvents, etc. I've learned it mostly from free models and youtube tutorials. Should I still buy that book?
If you have the money to buy it I highly recommend you do. But it seems like you already have the basics down and what you need to do now is concentrate on making projects to get practical experience.
Thanks for the comment :]
I NEED TO CLARIFY
IS THAT UNDERTALE OSTS IN BACKGROUND
THIS BOOK IS THE REPRESENTATION OF MY HOPES AND DREAMS!!
Hello. I'm new to this video and I just have a single question that isn't really related to scripting but do free models work as good models? Hopefully you or someone else will answer me.
My general problem with scripting is the fact that shortened commands or whatever you call it are hard to understand. I can only make a NPC walk to a part, dialogchoice, or actual dialog (using label text guis) and the rest confuse me as they just don't fit together to make a sentence. But i am slowly learning.
I'm litteraly becoming a roblox game maker machine. Learning scripting, building in roblox and modeling in blender, VFX and sounds. I swear-
Making small and small systems is the best way to go you wont get anywhere without reading and searching and trying nothing starts easy
Should I get the updated version of the book or the one you showed us
thanks for the video, i'll be sure to check out the book
Thank YOU for the comment :]
I just went to research the book after watching this video, but I realized that there was an updated version of the book by the same author. So, I wanted to ask, which one should I pick up?
I'd say go for the updated version, should be better since it's more updated
scripting is as easy as reading an baby tale, the hard part is to remember and understand
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No way you just said that
@@nerdy8644 No, you don't get it. Let me translate real quick "Scripting is easy, but hard cuz"... nevermind.
"Typing is easy, the hard part is learning the language"
@@DaHakuu Exactly
Should I get the updated edition of the book or is the normal one fine?
theres an updated version of the heath book from 2022,, do you know if its worth it? or is the original better
Get the updated version :]
for people that want to stil kinda go trough the basics: how to code lua in 24 hours, the book is a solid 8/10, great for beginners
It really is
im trying everything currently, tutorials, playlists, the roblox documents but yet after i managed to learn some things i do not know what to do or how to apply these skills. I dont have much money for the book is there like a sorta of free digital version of it?
I don’t think so
I actually got the book but i ripped the pages of it in a fit of rage. Never thought 2 year old actions could get back to you.
i have a question what is the scripting language roblox need for scripting in the studio i hope som1 reply
Roblox uses Lua
Personally, I grinded the lua and roblox documentation plus forums, and it got me to where i wanted to be pretty fast
imagine taking months to learn scripting. i simply learnt basics and now when i have problem (mostly advanced problems) i got in forums or docs and get my answer and then i learn or ask in the roblox studio community
THX bro I just bought the book, Ill read it and say my opinion.
Any updates?
Just placed a reserve on this book earlier today, before watching this vid. Now I know it was worth it.
How is the book if you read it
Hey so I was looking into getting back into game development seriously with Roblox and I was taking a look at this book on Amazon, and I was wondering if there are any outdated scripts or significant errors in the book?
AGREED THE DEV KINGS PLAYLISTS ARE THE BEST! Sadly his new videos are trash..
Bro didn’t pull his punches jajajajaja
@@nerdy8644 Bro, he only started making actual tutorials a month ago, i aint checking every ytber there is. Like if you just time travel two months back and look at his channel, he only has some videos on how to create certain mechanics. So what IS about alvinblox??
Fr those Brookhaven vids cringe af
@@nerdy8644 What's about him?
TheDevKing is tap water lol
Hello Ludius! Your video was great and I have a question. So I just scrolled through the comments and they said you can learn scripting from roblox devforum and docs so I want to know which one would be better for me the tutorials on youtube of thedevking or some other youtuber or the roblox devforum? Also I cannot get the book because its not available anywhere near me. I hope you answer my question.
im not him but i say that you should use devforum/docs for more broad questions that can apply to alot of things. like how to optimize and if unions or parts are better. but when it comes to harder things like an entire system (for example a custom admin script) use youtube tutorials.
@@texti-animates-sometimes alright thanks! I am looking forward on learning
i have that book. im gonna read it so thoroughly
Awesome, I bet you will level up a lot just by reading it. Best of luck on your journey and thanks for the comment :]
If I have a basic python foundation how long do you think it will take for me to finish a scripting basics playlist and that book?
Well, it should take you 3-4 months to finish and master the basics provided on the book or playlist. Don't watch the playlists, just get the book.
Also thanks for the comment :]
I'm legit doing coding for a course, and I just wanna know how to script for fun.
Haven't bought the book, idk if its any good, but ill check it out, good to see some people trying to make a difference ^^
Hey, best of luck with your course, keep leveling up man :]
Also thanks for the comment
im spending the money to buy the book, hopefully its as good as u say.
i tried the book, its not that great and youre better off finding the information online.
Also, just as a little thing, The yter BrawlDev is making a new series of scripting tutorials, im trying his tutorials, and he also explains the scripts he makes if you don't understand stuff.
I'll check it out when I have some time, thanks for informing us!
Also thanks for the comment :]
Yw!@@iamLudius
Hey man, im trying to work on a game but I’m pretty bad at scripting and building, even though that this video helped me a lot. I could still use some help! Could you help me?
i read the lua docs and then i could code tho i do not reccommended. I personally feel like lua is one of the easiest languages i've ever learned. if ur silly, learning luau/roblox sandbox stuff can be learned by copying code from the devforum and then evolving on it repeativley
Well, if you have previous experience in coding then any route is much faster since technically the hardest thing will be learning the sintaxis of the new language. Anyways, thanks for your interesting comment :]